Newswise News from Argonne National Laboratory Latest news from Argonne National Laboratory on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise Newswise News from Argonne National Laboratory 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif Giving Batteries a Longer Life with the Advanced Photon Source /articles/giving-batteries-a-longer-life-with-the-advanced-photon-source/?sc=rsin /articles/giving-batteries-a-longer-life-with-the-advanced-photon-source/?sc=rsin Fri, 13 Sep 2024 12:05:02 EST Argonne contributes to landmark research that could lead to better cathodes for longer-lasting lithium-ion batteries. Argonne National Laboratory Argonne Training Program Immerses Attendees in Extreme-Scale Computing /articles/argonne-training-program-immerses-attendees-in-extreme-scale-computing/?sc=rsin /articles/argonne-training-program-immerses-attendees-in-extreme-scale-computing/?sc=rsin Thu, 12 Sep 2024 17:05:32 EST The 12th annual Argonne Training Program on Extreme-Scale Computing (ATPESC) offers intensive two-week training for next-generation scientists, computer experts, data analysts and others aiming to infuse their computing research with new vibrancy. Argonne National Laboratory Unraveling the mystery surrounding the creation of heavy elements in stars /articles/unraveling-the-mystery-surrounding-the-creation-of-heavy-elements-in-stars/?sc=rsin /articles/unraveling-the-mystery-surrounding-the-creation-of-heavy-elements-in-stars/?sc=rsin Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:05:37 EST Scientists uncover new experimental data that will help them better understand how heavy elements are created in stars and the processes that shape the chemical makeup of the universe. Argonne National Laboratory Argonne entrepreneurship program opens fellowship applications /articles/argonne-entrepreneurship-program-opens-fellowship-applications/?sc=rsin /articles/argonne-entrepreneurship-program-opens-fellowship-applications/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:48 EST Argonne's entrepreneurship program embeds early-stage startup founders for two years at the lab. They are mentored by a lab scientist. In addition, the program also provides support at the local, regional and national levels including entrepreneurship training and a networking ecosystem to eliminate the hurdles traditionally faced by early-stage cleantech startups. Argonne National Laboratory Giulia Galli wins Joseph O. Hirschfelder Prize in Theoretical Chemistry /articles/giulia-galli-wins-joseph-o-hirschfelder-prize-in-theoretical-chemistry/?sc=rsin /articles/giulia-galli-wins-joseph-o-hirschfelder-prize-in-theoretical-chemistry/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:05:01 EST Giulia Galli has been awarded the prestigious Hirschfelder Prize in Theoretical Chemistry. She is being recognized for her groundbreaking work in developing computational methods to predict and design material properties. Argonne National Laboratory When it's hotter than hot, scientists know how nuclear fuel behaves, thanks to new research from Argonne /articles/when-it-s-hotter-than-hot-scientists-know-how-nuclear-fuel-behaves-thanks-to-new-research-from-argonne/?sc=rsin /articles/when-it-s-hotter-than-hot-scientists-know-how-nuclear-fuel-behaves-thanks-to-new-research-from-argonne/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:05:55 EST Experiment findings will help nuclear industry model, design and construct clean nuclear energy systems, and continue an impressive safety legacy. Argonne National Laboratory Argonne nuclear researcher Thanh Hua partnering with industry to advance next generation nuclear reactors /articles/argonne-nuclear-researcher-thanh-hua-partnering-with-industry-to-advance-next-generation-nuclear-reactors/?sc=rsin /articles/argonne-nuclear-researcher-thanh-hua-partnering-with-industry-to-advance-next-generation-nuclear-reactors/?sc=rsin Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:05:28 EST Hua pioneers computer codes that can improve safety and efficiency of molten salt reactors. Argonne National Laboratory Leaders of ​'EV Ready' Illinois cities recognized in ceremony at Argonne /articles/leaders-of-ev-ready-illinois-cities-recognized-in-ceremony-at-argonne/?sc=rsin /articles/leaders-of-ev-ready-illinois-cities-recognized-in-ceremony-at-argonne/?sc=rsin Wed, 04 Sep 2024 14:05:38 EST City leaders were recognized in a ceremony at the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory as part of the EV Readiness program. Argonne National Laboratory Department of Energy selects Argonne to lead national energy storage hub /articles/department-of-energy-selects-argonne-to-lead-national-energy-storage-hub/?sc=rsin /articles/department-of-energy-selects-argonne-to-lead-national-energy-storage-hub/?sc=rsin Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:20:57 EST Argonne will lead the Energy Storage Research Alliance (ESRA) in partnership with Berkeley Lab and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. ESRA focuses on transformative battery advancements, workforce training and reshaping the future of energy storage. Argonne National Laboratory Six ways that Argonne leads the way in hydropower /articles/six-ways-that-argonne-leads-the-way-in-hydropower/?sc=rsin /articles/six-ways-that-argonne-leads-the-way-in-hydropower/?sc=rsin Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:05:42 EST Six key ways that Argonne's work in the field of hydropower is helping to revolutionize global energy infrastructure. Argonne National Laboratory Advanced Photon Source achieves world-record electron beam emittance measurement /articles/advanced-photon-source-achieves-world-record-electron-beam-emittance-measurement/?sc=rsin /articles/advanced-photon-source-achieves-world-record-electron-beam-emittance-measurement/?sc=rsin Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:05:26 EST The upgraded Advanced Photon Source's electron beam emittance has been measured and the result is a world record. The measurement confirms the APS's status as a world-leading facility for X-ray research. Argonne National Laboratory Argonne scientists awarded American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society of Automotive Engineers fellowships /articles/argonne-scientists-awarded-american-society-of-mechanical-engineers-society-of-automotive-engineers-fellowships/?sc=rsin /articles/argonne-scientists-awarded-american-society-of-mechanical-engineers-society-of-automotive-engineers-fellowships/?sc=rsin Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:05:03 EST American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Society of Automotive Engineers awards fellowships to two Argonne scientists. Argonne National Laboratory Argonne and the University of Munster join forces to advance essential battery materials and technology /articles/argonne-and-the-university-of-m-nster-join-forces-to-advance-essential-battery-materials-and-technology/?sc=rsin /articles/argonne-and-the-university-of-m-nster-join-forces-to-advance-essential-battery-materials-and-technology/?sc=rsin Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:05:36 EST Argonne and the University of Munster agreed to collaborate on advanced battery materials, building on past lithium battery research. This collaboration aims to enhance battery knowledge and address challenges in energy density, cost and lifespan. Argonne National Laboratory A visionary approach: How an Argonne team developed accessible maps for colorblind scientists /articles/a-visionary-approach-how-an-argonne-team-developed-accessible-maps-for-colorblind-scientists/?sc=rsin /articles/a-visionary-approach-how-an-argonne-team-developed-accessible-maps-for-colorblind-scientists/?sc=rsin Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:18 EST Researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory worked with the Color Vision Deficiency (CVD) community to create CVD-friendly colormaps that are more inclusive and accessible. Argonne National Laboratory Green energy conversations: Leaders pioneering Chicagoland sustainability efforts share their vision with Energy Department under secretary /articles/green-energy-conversations-leaders-pioneering-chicagoland-sustainability-efforts-share-their-vision-with-energy-department-under-secretary/?sc=rsin /articles/green-energy-conversations-leaders-pioneering-chicagoland-sustainability-efforts-share-their-vision-with-energy-department-under-secretary/?sc=rsin Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:05:28 EST Argonne's Office of Community Engagement hosted Geri Richmond, the Department of Energy's under secretary for science and innovation, at three sites on Chicago's South Side to showcase green energy initiatives featuring Argonne's involvement. Argonne National Laboratory Making the atomic universe visible /articles/making-the-atomic-universe-visible/?sc=rsin /articles/making-the-atomic-universe-visible/?sc=rsin Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:05:40 EST At Penn State and as a member of the Q-NEXT quantum research center, Nitin Samarth investigates atom-scale materials that could serve as the foundation for future quantum technologies. Argonne National Laboratory No power, no operator, no problem: Argonne test facility simulates nuclear reactors to explore next-generation nuclear safety systems /articles/no-power-no-operator-no-problem-argonne-test-facility-simulates-nuclear-reactors-to-explore-next-generation-nuclear-safety-systems/?sc=rsin /articles/no-power-no-operator-no-problem-argonne-test-facility-simulates-nuclear-reactors-to-explore-next-generation-nuclear-safety-systems/?sc=rsin Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:05:03 EST Argonne's Natural Convection Shutdown Heat Removal Test Facility enables large-scale experimental testing of nuclear reactors. The facility explores passive safety systems, which can cool a reactor without any human intervention or power. Argonne National Laboratory FEMA and Argonne celebrate a 20-year partnership that helps strengthen communities /articles/fema-and-argonne-celebrate-a-20-year-partnership-that-helps-strengthen-communities/?sc=rsin /articles/fema-and-argonne-celebrate-a-20-year-partnership-that-helps-strengthen-communities/?sc=rsin Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:05:23 EST Together, Argonne National Laboratory and FEMA help people before, during and after disasters. Argonne National Laboratory Argonne, Purdue University explore collaborations to advance next-generation microelectronics /articles/argonne-purdue-university-explore-collaborations-to-advance-next-generation-microelectronics/?sc=rsin /articles/argonne-purdue-university-explore-collaborations-to-advance-next-generation-microelectronics/?sc=rsin Fri, 09 Aug 2024 14:05:30 EST Argonne, Purdue University workshop focuses on advancing next-generation microelectronics technology. Argonne National Laboratory Ability to track nanoscale flow in soft matter could prove pivotal discovery /articles/ability-to-track-nanoscale-flow-in-soft-matter-could-prove-pivotal-discovery/?sc=rsin /articles/ability-to-track-nanoscale-flow-in-soft-matter-could-prove-pivotal-discovery/?sc=rsin Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:05:17 EST Scientists developed a novel technique using X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy to study soft matter at the nanoscale. This method enables precise determination of the flow behavior of nanoparticles in soft matter exposed to an external stimulus. Argonne National Laboratory